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PA SB614

PA SB614
Prohibiting the preparation, manufacture, sale or distribution of unsafe kratom products and the sale or distribution of kratom products to individuals younger than 21 years of age; providing for duties of Department of Health; and imposing penalties.


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Introduced
04/25/2023
In Committee
04/25/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibiting the preparation, manufacture, sale or distribution of unsafe kratom products and the sale or distribution of kratom products to individuals younger than 21 years of age; providing for duties of Department of Health; and imposing penalties.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Kratom Consumer Protection Act, prohibits the preparation, manufacture, sale, or distribution of unsafe kratom products and the sale or distribution of kratom products to individuals younger than 21 years of age. It defines key terms like "kratom product" and "processor," and outlines the duties of the Department of Health in enforcing the provisions of the act. The bill also imposes penalties, including administrative fines, on processors or retailers who violate the law, and provides a defense for retailers who acted in good faith reliance on a processor's assurance that a kratom product is not in violation.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Referred to HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (on 04/25/2023)

Bill Topics

Agriculture
  • ‐ Food Inspection and Safety
Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
  • ‐ Consumer Safety and Consumer Fraud
Health
  • ‐ Regulation of Drug Industry and Pharmacies

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